Make your day a historic event – Get married at the Richmond History Center!

Choose between indoor and outdoor areas, start and end times, a range of pricing, and caterers from our preferred list. We offer spaces appropriate for both ceremony and reception. We also are a wonderful location for rehearsal dinners, bridalshowers and engagement parties.

Our capacity for receptions is 175; for a seated dinner, it is 75. Rental fees vary based on event requirements, but usually range from $1,000 to $2,500.

Bridal Request Form
Would you like more information? Fill out our bridal request form and our wedding coordinator will contact you.

Facility Highlights

• The beautiful Richmond History Center campus is conveniently located in downtown Richmond.
• The historic Wickham House provides a photogenic backdrop for your special day.
• Dance under the stars. Our garden includes suitable space for dancing.
• The History Center's Wedding Coordinator serves as the principal point of contact with you and the vendors.
• You are not required to use pre-specified time slots.
• Ceremony contracts include time for rehearsal (subject to some restrictions).
• Changing room available.
• Tours of the Wickham House (1812) may be added for your guests.

Available Spaces

• Garden – This picturesque private green space is nestled in the center of an urban environment and centers on a fountain courtyard behind the historic Wickham House. 15,000 square feet
• Auditorium/Reception Room – This large multipurpose room has hardwood floors and features Signs of the Times, an exhibition of vintage Richmond neon advertising. 1,750 square feet

Scheduling Your Event

• All reservations must be complete a minimum of 30 days in advance of your event.
• Contact us to check the availability of your desired date, discuss your specific needs, fees, and any optional services. Email weddings@richmondhistorycenter.com, fill out our info request form or call our wedding coordinator at 804-649-0711 x 349.
• Contact one of our preferred caterers to receive information on estimated food/beverage costs. Develop a menu and cost proposal customized to your event.
• Decide upon the necessary start/end times of your event. We can then send to you a contract that secures the date and times of your event. Your reservation will be held for two weeks.
• Before two weeks have passed, sign your contract and return it with your non-refundable deposit. A deposit of 50% of the rental fee is required. If your contract and deposit are not returned after two weeks, your requested date will be released.
• Your remaining balance is due one month before your event date.